Nakanuma Park Water Play Area (中沼公園 水遊び場)

About this spot

The Nakanuma Park Water Play Area (中沼公園 水遊び場) is a shallow water play spot that appears only in summer at Nakanuma Park in Higashi Ward, Sapporo. In 2026 it is open from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, August 23, from 10:00 to 16:00, and admission is free. The water is shallow, so even children who have only just started walking can stand on their own feet and play, which is reassuring. With no swap-over times or queues, you can get in when you feel like it and rest in the shade when you tire, in your own free rhythm. Since neighbourhood children gather here, kids striking up play with someone they met for the first time that day is a scene typical of a park water play area. It is also a treat to cool feet that have been walking Moerenuma Park in the cold water.

Season & hours

Tips

Open 10:00 to 16:00. It may close for bad weather, cleaning or water quality management, so check the City of Sapporo notices for that day's status before setting out. There is no changing room, so wear swimwear underneath or bring a wrap towel so you can change. Sapporo summers turn cool suddenly once the sun goes in, so always bring a layer to put on after getting out. Shade is limited, so a picnic sheet makes breaks easier.

Best time to visit

Arrive at 14:00 and you can play until the sun softens, enjoying it fully right up to the 16:00 close

Access & map

Higashi Ward, Sapporo City / Nakanuma Park (中沼公園)